‘The Phantom of the Opera’ to release new West End cast recording
Lucy St. Louis and Killian Donnelly play Christine and the Phantom.
All we ask of The Phantom of the Opera is the chance to hear the current cast on repeat. A new The Phantom of the Opera cast recording will be released on 1 June. Listen to "The Phantom of the Opera" here.
The new recording will feature the 2022 West End cast of The Phantom of the Opera. The album will include vocals by Killian Donnelly as the Phantom and Lucy St. Louis as Christine Daae. Read our interview with Lucy St. Louis, who makes history as the first woman of colour to play Christine.
The Phantom of the Opera sees a half-masked Phantom grow obsessed with Christine, a young soprano at Paris Opera House. The Andrew Lloyd Webber musical premiered at Her Majesty’s Theatre in 1986, and is the second-longest running West End musical. Find out more about The Phantom of the Opera in London.
The full cast includes Rhys Whitfield as Raoul, Saori Oda as Carlotta Giudicelli, Matt Harrop as Monsieur Firmin, Adam Linstead as Monsieur André, Greg Castiglioni as Ubaldo Piangi, Francesca Ellis as Madame Giry, and Ellie Young as Meg Giry.
The Phantom of the Opera is based on Gaston Leroux’s novel, and includes music by Andrew Lloyd Webber. Listen to all Andrew Lloyd Webber’s musicals here.
When will The Phantom of the Opera cast recording be released?
The Phantom of the Opera cast recording will be available to listen to from 1 June. The cast recording features Killian Donnelly as the Phantom and Lucy St. Louis as Christine Daae.
The Phantom of the Opera is at Her Majesty’s Theatre.
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Photo credit: Lucy St. Louis and Killian Donnelly (Photo courtesy of production)
Frequently asked questions
What is The Phantom of the Opera about?
Come and hear the music of the night. One of the longest-running musicals in West End history, this Andrew Lloyd Webber piece is a global hit for a reason. Telling the tragic and romantic take of opera singer Christine and the mysterious man who haunts her, you’ll experience classic songs like "Music of the Night" and "The Phantom of the Opera" in their original staging. Get The Phantom of the Opera tickets at His Majesty’s Theatre today.
How long is The Phantom of the Opera?
The running time of The Phantom of the Opera is 2hr 30min. Incl. 20min interval.
Where is The Phantom of the Opera playing?
The Phantom of the Opera is playing at His Majesty’s Theatre. The theatre is located at 57 Haymarket, London, SW1Y 4QL.
What's the age requirement for The Phantom of the Opera?
The recommended age for The Phantom of the Opera is Ages 8+. Anyone under the age of 16 has to be accompanied by an adult (18+). Under 4s will not be admitted..
How do you book tickets for The Phantom of the Opera?
Book tickets for The Phantom of the Opera on London Theatre.
What are the songs in The Phantom of the Opera?
Andrew Lloyd-Webber’s famous score includes well-known songs “Music of the Night,” “All I Ask of You,” and “Think of Me.” Read our complete song guide to The Phantom of the Opera.
Who wrote The Phantom of the Opera?
The Phantom of the Opera stage musical was written by Andrew Lloyd Webber, with lyrics by Charles Hart and additional lyrics by Richard Stilgoe. The show is adapted from Gaston Leroux's novel of the same name.
Who directed The Phantom of the Opera?
Harold Prince directed the stage musical The Phantom of the Opera. In 1988, he won the Tony Award for Best Direction for his work on the production.
When did The Phantom of the Opera open in the West End?
The Phantom of the Opera opened in the West End on 9 October 1986 at His Majesty’s Theatre.
Is The Phantom of the Opera appropriate for kids?
The Phantom of the Opera is recommended for people over eight years old. Under 16-year-olds must be accompanied by an adult.
Is The Phantom of the Opera good?
As the second-longest-running musical in the West End, The Phantom of the Opera continues to delight audiences. Read our four-star review of The Phantom of the Opera.
How long has The Phantom of the Opera been running in the West End?
The Phantom of the Opera opened in 1987 and is the second-longest-running musical in the West End. It has currently been running for over 35 years.
Is The Phantom of the Opera based on a true story?
While the musical is based on the fictional novel of the same name by Gaston Leroux, parts of the story were inspired by actual events and rumours of ghostly sightings at a Paris opera house. The characters and plot are works of fiction.
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